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MEANING

1) Half of a Whole -

How does the merit of the half-shekel counteract the plans of Haman and Amalek? What is a deeper meaning of giving "half" to Hashem?

1. Parasha-Page for Parashas Zachor 5755

2. Yosef Da'as to Pesachim 68:p3, ד"ה חלקהו

HOW TO

2) Amount -

What amount is customarily given as commemoration of the Machatzis ha'Shekel?

1. Halachah for Shekalim 4:1:b:1:i

2. Halachah for Shekalim 4:1:c:1

3) Timing -

When should this donation be given?

1. Halachah for Shekalim 4:1:b:1:i

2. Halachah for Shekalim 4:1:c:2

4) Allocation -

For what purpose should these funds be designated?

1. Halachah for Shekalim 4:1:b:1:i

2. Halachah for Shekalim 4:1:c:1:iii

PARTICIPANTS

5) Giving for a Child -

Who should make this donation? When a father begins giving on behalf of his minor son, what is the nature of this commitment?

1. Halachah for Shekalim 4:1:c:1:i

2. Halachah for Shekalim 4:1:c:2:iv, til vi

3. Discussion for Shekalim 3:0

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